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Water flowing over a rocky creek bed.

Kids First Creek Hike

Take a creek hike perfect for littles just starting to explore the wonderful world of water. Wear closed-toe footwear and get ready to get…

FR/Brushwood Area
The outlines of several trees stand in contrast to a purple sky speckled with stars in the background.

Trees: A Photographic Journey

Join the Greater Akron Audubon Society to celebrate the trees of Summit Metro Parks, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Stan Hywet Hall &…

CV/Himelright Lodge
A close-up of a box turtle's head and red eyes.

Kinderealm: Turtles

Its turtle time! Children 3 to 6 with their adult companions can come and learn about our scaly, shelled friends through a story, craft and…

SLNC

Spree for All Stroll

Enjoy a casual 1-mile round-trip stroll while learning some interesting tidbits about local history and nature. Good for spree credit.

TT/Clinton Trailhead

Women in Birding Hike

All are welcome to celebrate women birders and female birds on the 1.6-mile Willow Trail.

F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area
A black moth with and orange and blue head resting on a leaf.

Moth Night

Join a naturalist to discover the diversity and beauty of our local moths. While butterflies often steal the spotlight, you’ll be amazed…

Riding Run Conservation Area
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC
Three tomatoes growing off of a tomato plant.

Good Garden Talks: Weed & Water Management

Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn weed management and proper watering techniques for your vegetable…

Kenmore & Ira Community Garden

Summer Census Bird Walk

It’s the opening day of the Summer Breeding Bird Census! Join a naturalist and counter from the Greater Akron Audubon Society to discover…

MF/Tallmadge Meadows Area

Bank Swallow Stroll

Take a short stroll with a naturalist to learn all about bank swallows! We will get a glimpse of their annual nesting colony, providing an…

CV/Overlook Area
A goldfinch stands on top of a cluster of coneflowers.

Queer Birders Walk

Celebrate Pride Month with a birding walk on the 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail. Birder or not, queer or ally, doesn’t matter — all are welcome!…

SC/Lake House Area
Water flowing over a rocky creek bed.

Fossils for Kids

Kids and their adult companions can join a naturalist while exploring the stream to hunt for fossils and learn about the ancient creatures…

FR/Brushwood Area